Kairee(2000)
Kairee is a 2000 Indian Marathi-language drama film directed by Amol Palekar. The cast includes Yogita Deshmukh, Shilpa Navalkar, Mohan Gokhale, Atul Kulkarni, and Sonali Kulkarni. The story follows ten-year-old Kairee who, after losing both her parents in Bombay, moves to a village in Maharashtra to live with her maternal aunt Taani and her husband Bhaurao. The film explores Kairee's struggle to adjust to village life, her relationship with her aunt, and the cold resistance from her uncle. It is noted for its honest portrayal of childhood grief and the quiet strength of women. The film received critical acclaim and won awards for its storytelling and performances. It was released on September 29, 2000.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Ultra Jhakaas, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2000
- Director
- Amol Palekar
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 33m 0
Storyline
After her mother dies, ten-year-old Kairee is sent to live with her aunt Taani in a Maharashtra village. But Taani's husband Bhaurao does not want her there. Kairee must find a way to earn his love and build a new home.
“A raw mango of childhood.”
